With the news of the past year it is impossible to not have our hearts grieve for children who have been harmed at the hands of an adult they should have been able to trust. When news like this hits the airwaves, it leaves parents understandably shaken and in need of assurance they can trust the adults who have access to their children. So with the start of our Fall ministries it is time to ask, "What can you do to help parents know their children are safe with you?" Consider the following . . .- Transparency. Share your written child safety policy with the parents of the children in your church and community. This is an excellent opportunity to mail a copy of your safety policy to each family in your ministry and schedule a time for parents to sit down with you to walk through your policy and how you implement it. Invite parents to visit their children’s classes and be sure they know their child’s teachers.
- Collaborate. Along this note, schedule a time for your volunteers to sit down with the parents. Give the volunteers the opportunity to share why they serve and provide time for parents and volunteers to pray together for the children. Help parents and volunteers come together as a team to disciple their children!
- Vigilance. Pay attention. Watch. Have a plan for safety in all areas of your ministry and stick to it like glue.
- Prayer. Make the safety of the children an issue which is at, and which remains at, the top of your prayer list.
The price is too high when we do not do everything we possibly can to ensure the safety of the children entrusted to our ministries. Make it your highest commitment.
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